Ninh Binh is a northern province of Vietnam, located in the Red River Delta, covering an area of 1,412 square kilometers. Its name, Ninh Binh, comes from the Sino-Vietnamese characters 寧平, meaning “peaceful and level.” This province is famous for its rich historical heritage, with landmarks such as the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and …
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Annually, On March 10th in the Lunar Calendar, there are thousands of Vietnamese people from all walks of life, different provinces, streaming back to Hùng Kings Temple Complex, Phu Tho Province on the occasion of Hung Kings Festival in order to celebrate the renowned Hung Kings (or “Vua Hùng”) to pay tribute to them as …
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It’s strong, It’s the symbol of strength, It’s the wild gaur. Wild Gaur (Bos gaurus) is an artiodactyl member of the family Bovidae, subfamily Bovinae, and it is native to South and Southeast Asia. In Vietnam, you may have a chance to witness the wild gaur herds at Cat Tien National Park, Phước Bình National …
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Mar
Mar
In the previous trips to Cuc Phuong National Park, our tour group had a great opportunity to observe a gorgeous silver pheasant (Lophura nycthemera) passing the road and a Tonkin bug-eyed (Theloderma corticale) clinging to a rock. They are all classified as “Least concern” by the IUCN. However, these creatures are not easy to discover …
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Mar
Having joined various tour groups in search of the Queens—the Red-shanked douc langurs—and witnessed their families gathering under the crown canopies, we have finally realized the following truths: WHEN DOUC FAMILIES ARRIVE, HAPPINESS FOLLOWS Life is not always easy, we deal with expectations, critics, resulting in stress and depression. Nevertheless, once you pause your …
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Mar
Mar
“VOỌC ƠI, MÌNH ĐI ĐÂU THẾ?” is a nature exploration program in Sơn Trà, organized by HiVOOC Company and completely free for students. 2024 marked a special milestone as the program officially launched, attracting nearly 200 students and parents, offering them a chance to experience wildlife right in the heart of Da Nang City. This …
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Mar
Mar
Embark on the journey in search of the Indochinese Silver Langurs (Trachypithecus germaini caudalis) with HiVOOC in Chua Hang, Kien Giang! By booking our 3-day primate tour “EXPLORING KIEN GIANG’S JEWELS – THE INDOCHINESE SILVER LANGURS”, you will have a chance to observe and take photographs of these beautiful langurs in their natural habitats and …
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Mar
Mar
HiVOOC’S PRIMATE TOUR THE QUEST FOR THE QUEENS WITH EXPERTS IN SON TRA PENINSULA Endemic to the Indochina, the red-shanked douc (Pygathrix nemaeus) is praised as the queen of primates thanks to its visually striking coloration and rarity. Currently, red-shanked docs are found to inhabit the picturesque Son Tra Peninsula, Da Nang City, totaling …
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Mar
Mar
No McDonalds? Not a problem at all! Coming to Da Nang, you will undoubtedly have a chance to experience the local delicacies which are incredibly accessible, diverse, and full of character. Vietnamese food always has a perfect blend of flavors – from sour, spicy, salty, sweet, to bitter. The diversity of ingredients ensures every dish …
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BREAKFAST WITH THE QUEEN The red-shanked douc (Pygathrix nemaeus) enthusiastically tucked into its meal among the leaves in Son Tra Peninsula, Da Nang. This stunning primate is dubbed the “Queen of Primates” due to its breathtaking appearance: vibrant red legs, an orange collar, a yellow-brown face, white whiskers, black limbs, and a gray torso. …
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